Honoring Illinois' Fallen

United States and Illinois flags at half-staff from Sunrise, Wednesday, December 16, 2015 until Sunset, Friday, December 18, 2015.

The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from
Governor Rauner’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of:

Firefighter Daniel Capuano
Chicago Fire Department

Please lower the United States flags and the State flags at all buildings occupied by your agency's personnel from:

Sunrise, Wednesday, December 16, 2015 until
Sunset, Friday, December 18, 2015

MAYOR EMANUEL STATEMENT ON FIRE FIGHTER DAN CAPUANO

"Chicago has lost one of its bravest in Dan Capuano. As a 15-year veteran of the Chicago Fire Department, Dan spent his career putting the safety of others ahead of his own. He made the ultimate sacrifice so Chicago's residents could be safe. For that, there are no words that can truly express our sorrow for his loss nor our gratitude for his service and sacrifice to the City of Chicago. The thoughts and prayers of a grateful city are with Dan, his family, and his fellow firefighters at this difficult time."